PLACEMENT
SERVICE
JOB
LIST
JULY
2004
2003-2004, No. 11
The JUILLIARD SCHOOL, New York, New York,
is looking for an Assistant Orchestra Librarian.
LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY, Los Angeles, California,
is looking for a Cataloging Librarian.
NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO is looking for a
Library Intern.
The OMAHA SYMPHONY, Omaha, Nebraska, is looking for a
Music Librarian.
POSITIONS PREVIOUSLY POSTED
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking for a Specialist II for The Research Libraries/Technical Services/Performing Arts Processing Project.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking for a Specialist II (or Specialist I on a training basis) (hourly) (temporary through November 30, 2004) for The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts/Billy Rose Theatre Collection.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking for Librarians for the Performing Arts Processing Project.
The UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Los Angeles, California, is looking for an Arts and Humanities Team Leader.
The JUILLIARD SCHOOL, New York, New York, is looking for an Assistant Orchestra Librarian.
Responsibilities: Assists the Orchestra Librarian in the following: Researching information regarding programming as requested ; Procuring music for ensemble concerts and classes ; Supervising preparation of parts including marking bowings, cuts, and edits as requested by conductors ; Providing materials for rep classes ; Supporting ensembles and conductors at rehearsals and concerts ; Supervising work-study students ; Administering check-out and return of woodwind and brass instrument collection ; Serves as head librarian for the Pre-College Division ensembles, providing music for the three orchestras that rehearse on Saturdays during the academic year.
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in music (preferably in performance). At least one year working in an orchestra/performance library. Basic computer skills. Ability to follow specific and detailed instructions. Self-motivated, with good people skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure and meet strict deadlines. Experience working with conductors and composers helpful. Opera or ballet experience helpful. Knowledge of computer music notation programs (such as Finale or Sibelius) helpful.
Application: To apply, please send your résumé and a cover letter to:
Department of Human Resources
The Juilliard School
60 Lincoln Center Plaza
New York, NY 10023-6588
Fax: (212) 787-9722
E-mail: jobs@juilliard.edu
In your letter, be sure to indicate the specific position for which you are applying. No phone calls, please. You will receive an acknowledgement when we receive your résumé. If your background and experience are appropriate to the position, you will be contacted directly.
LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY, Los Angeles, California, is looking for a Cataloging Librarian.
Responsibilities: Cataloging library materials in all formats in a national database, adapting copy from other institutions and contributing original records as necessary. Assume primary responsibility for cataloging and organization of serials, electronic resources, print music, and maps. Supervise Cataloging Dept. in absence of Head Cataloging Librarian.
Qualifications: Master's degree in Library Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, coupled with 3+ years cataloging experience including 1 year in a professional capacity. Knowledge of machine-readable cataloging formats, Anglo American cataloging rules, Library of Congress classification and subject headings is a must, as is familiarity with OCLC or other national bibliographic databases and with INNOPAC or other integrated on-line library systems.
Salary & Benefits: Annual salary range $45,000-$50,000; 22 days vacation; 12 days sick leave; 16 holidays; excellent benefits. See http://www.lmu.edu/hr/bulletin/jd04177.htm for more info.
Deadline: Open until filled.
Application: Refer to job #04-177. Please send resume with cover letter
to:
Human Resources
University Hall
One LMU Drive
Suite 1900
Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
or E-mail: jobs@lmu.edu
or Fax: (310) 338-7711
NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO is looking for a Library Intern.
General Information: NPR offers internships at its national headquarters in Washington, DC and at our NPR West office in Los Angeles, CA. The internship program is designed to provide students and recent graduates with an opportunity to learn about broadcasting and the supporting areas of NPR.
Responsibilities: NPR has four libraries - News, Program, Music, and Spoken Word. The News Library does background research for reporters, editors, and producers. They use commercial on-line databases, clipping files, and an excellent reference book collection. The Program Library indexes and catalogs NPR programming. The Music Library indexes and catalogs NPR music programming and commercial recordings. The Spoken Word Library indexes and catalogs historical sound acquired for use in NPR programming. The Intern has a choice of working in one library or splitting his/her time between two libraries. There is an opportunity to work on the libraries' web page and maintain the list of useful links. Candidates must be a library school student who is interested in a career in News Libraries or sound cataloging.
Eligibility Requirements: A candidate must be a graduate student; an undergraduate student; or have graduated from college within twelve months of beginning the internship.
Deadline: For the fall program, applications are due by July 15; and for the winter/spring program, applications are due by November 15.
Application: Candidates must complete an application form and submit it with a cover letter and resume. Some internship positions require additional application items, such as a writing sample. All application items must be submitted as a complete package. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Mail or fax applications to:
National Public Radio
Human Resources Department
635 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Fax: (202) 513-3047
Please direct your questions and concerns to internship@npr.org.
The OMAHA SYMPHONY, Omaha, Nebraska, is looking for a Music Librarian.
Responsibilities: The Omaha Symphony is seeking a full-time Music Librarian (staff, non-union), responsible for the smooth operation of the orchestra’s music-related activities. Orders and prepares music for concerts, maintains music library scores and parts, provides documents for planning and budgeting, maintains library and programming databases, maintains orchestra’s archives, researches music sources.
Requirements: Degree in music and experience in music librarianship preferred. Thorough knowledge of orchestras and repertoire required. Detail-oriented, working knowledge of databases, good computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Finale), knowledge of music sources, good project planning skills (setting deadlines, creating and monitoring budgets) are required.
Salary & Benefits: Commensurate with skills and experience. Health, Dental, matching 403b contributions, parking, paid vacation, more.
Start date: Middle to end of July 2004.
Application: Contact Jennifer Barlament, General Manager, at:
1605 Howard Street
Omaha, NE 68102
jbarlament@omahasymphony.org
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